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DOMAIN EXTENSION GUIDE

.cast Domain Names

Application stage

.cast is a proposed generic top-level domain string associated with public application activity in ICANN’s 2026 new gTLD round. Publicly announced information identifies Link Freedom Group as the applicant associated with.cast. As a proposed string, it is best understood as an extension with clear theme potential rather than a live public registration space at this stage. (prnewswire.com)

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Application and status facts

Verified status information is kept separate from illustrative naming ideas.

Extension
.cast
Root-zone delegation status
No root-zone delegation confirmed in recorded public sources.Root Zone Database - IANA
Number of publicly announced claims
1
Contested
No
Application round/programme
ICANN application programme information recorded.ICANN 2026 New gTLD Applications: Full Announced List - Pavel Domains
Registry operator
Not verified
Registration availability
Public registration is not confirmed by this guide.Root Zone Database - IANA
Last fact checked
2026-08-25

A public application, applicant identity, approval, registry operation, root-zone delegation and live registration availability are separate facts.

Illustrative uses

What could a .cast domain be used for?

If delegated in future,.cast could suit naming centred on casting, broadcast, voice, performance or creator-led media identity.

Casting directoriesUse.cast for directories, showcases or portals centred on casting opportunities and talent discovery.
Broadcast brandsCreate a short, memorable identity for broadcast, streaming or audio-led projects.
Creative portfoliosPosition actor, presenter or creator portfolios with a theme that matches the work.
Performance communitiesBuild community spaces for theatre, film, voice or live performance groups.
Podcast networksGroup podcasts, shows or episode hubs under a name that suggests voices and programming.
Media startupsLaunch a themed name for a media platform, studio or production venture.
Campaign micrositesSupport focused promotional sites for releases, auditions or events.
Fan and talent hubsHost fan pages, talent pages or cast-related resources on a relevant extension.

Domain name ideas

Example names only. Illustrative examples only. Availability has not been checked.

studio.castvoices.castaudition.castseries.casttalent.castlive.cast

Possible audiences

Who is .cast for?

  • Talent agencies
  • Media producers
  • Performers
  • Podcast publishers
  • Creative studios
  • Event organisers

Benefits and considerations

Benefits

  • Highly thematic
  • Short and distinctive
  • Brand flexibility

Considerations

  • Not yet delegated
  • Meaning may be interpreted broadly
  • Naming strategy matters

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Frequently asked questions

What is.cast?

.cast is a proposed generic top-level domain string with clear associations to casting, performance and broadcast themes.

Is.cast live and open for registration?

Public evidence reviewed here indicates application-stage status rather than a live delegated extension.

Who is associated with the.cast application?

Publicly announced information identifies Link Freedom Group as the applicant associated with.cast.

What kinds of projects suit.cast?

It suits casting services, performer portfolios, media brands, podcasts, studios and other creator-led projects.

Is.cast only for entertainment?

No. While entertainment is the clearest fit, it may also work for creator tools, community hubs and promotional sites.

Why choose a thematic extension like.cast?

A thematic extension can reinforce subject matter quickly and help a brand feel more specific from the first glance.

Sources and review information